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Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach is a resort destination wedding venue in Kovalam, India, hosting 70 at dinner and 160 standing.

Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach

KovalamKeralam, India

Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach sits on the Arabian Sea at Kovalam, 30 minutes from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), with 44 rooms, direct beach access, gardens and a pool.

Guests
70 at dinner160 standing
Rooms
44 rooms
Cost
₹950 to ₹1,050a head
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Getting there
TRVabout 30 min by car

About the venue

Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach sits on the Arabian Sea at Kovalam, 30 minutes from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), with 44 rooms, direct beach access, gardens and a pool.

Couples can hold an outdoor ceremony by the sea and move to either an indoor or outdoor reception, with a meeting and banquet space seating 70 for dining or holding up to 160 standing.

Catering is handled in-house at INR 950 to 1,050 per head (VAT not included), with vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus, an on-site bar, parking and an on-site coordinator to run the day.

  • 30 minutes from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
  • 44 rooms, including Arabian Sea View Rooms and the Turtle Signature Suite; Duplex Rooms sleep up to 6
  • Direct beach access, gardens, pool and sea views
  • Banquet space for 70 seated diners or 160 standing, with a 25-guest minimum

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach cost?
The venue quotes ₹950 to ₹1,050 a head.
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How many guests does Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach hold?
Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach holds 70 at dinner and 160 standing.
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Can guests stay at Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach?
Yes. 44 rooms.
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How do guests get to Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach?
Fly into TRV, about 30 min by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
70 guests
Standing reception
160 guests
Smallest party taken
25 guests

Staying over

Rooms
44 rooms
Room types
5 listed

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes
Suppliers from the venue's list
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
TRV, 30 min by car
Parking
Yes
Phone
0471 251 4000
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Reviews of Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach

“We had a really wonderful stay at Gokulam Kovalam. The beach view from our room was amazing, and the whole hotel has such a beautiful and relaxing atmosphere.”

Mila NairRead the whole review on Google

4.4out of 5, from 4,372 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

What does the per-head price cover?
Pricing runs from INR 950 to 1,050 per head and includes catering. VAT is not included.
Can we bring our own caterer or alcohol?
No. Catering is in-house only, external caterers are not permitted, and corkage is not allowed. Suppliers must come from the approved vendor list.
How many guests can the venue hold?
The meeting and banquet space seats 70 for a dining reception and holds up to 160 standing. The minimum booking is 25 guests.
Can the ceremony be held outdoors?
Yes. The resort has beach access and gardens for an outdoor ceremony, and receptions can be held indoors or outdoors.
How do we get in touch?
Call +91 471 251 4000 or email rsv.kovalam@gokulamhotels.com. An on-site coordinator is available to help plan.

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  • Seated dinner: 70 guests

    “WedMeGood lists plates from ₹950 vegetarian and ₹1,050 non-vegetarian, taxes extra, the hall at 70 seated or 160 standing and the lawn at 25 seated (checked 27 October 2026).”
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  • Standing reception: 160 guests

    “WedMeGood lists plates from ₹950 vegetarian and ₹1,050 non-vegetarian, taxes extra, the hall at 70 seated or 160 standing and the lawn at 25 seated (checked 27 October 2026).”
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  • Smallest party taken: 25 guests

    “Turtle on the Beach Kovalam is listed for 25–160 guests across its function spaces.”
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  • Rooms: 44 rooms

    “This venue offers 44 well-appointed rooms and suites for wedding guests.”
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  • Room types: 5 listed

    “Turtle Signature Suite”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “The resort offers one grand banquet hall, a lavish lawn and a mid-size boardroom for hosting events.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Turtle on the Beach Kovalam's catering policy: In-house catering only (WedMeGood listing, checked 27 October 2026).”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: No

    “Does not allow outside food”
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  • Dietary options: Vegetarian and non vegetarian

    “Turtle On The Beach offers delicious vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes from various cuisines for the wedding guests.”
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  • Bring your own wine: No

    “In house alcohol available, Outside alcohol not permitted”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Your search for a relaxing yet entertaining dining experience ends with WWW, our in-house bar.”
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  • Price: ₹950 to ₹1,050 per head

    “Turtle on the Beach Kovalam prices weddings by the plate: WedMeGood lists ₹950 vegetarian and ₹1,050 non-vegetarian per plate, taxes extra (checked 27 October 2026), for 25–160 guests, with 44 guest rooms on site.”
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  • Included: Catering

    “Turtle on the Beach Kovalam prices weddings by the plate: WedMeGood lists ₹950 vegetarian and ₹1,050 non-vegetarian per plate, taxes extra (checked 27 October 2026), for 25–160 guests, with 44 guest rooms on site.”
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  • Not included: VAT

    “Turtle on the Beach Kovalam prices weddings by the plate: WedMeGood lists ₹950 vegetarian and ₹1,050 non-vegetarian per plate, taxes extra (checked 27 October 2026), for 25–160 guests, with 44 guest rooms on site.”
    Read the source for not included

  • Nearest airport: TRV, 30 min by car

    “TRV”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “A parking facility is available for 50 cars and 100 bikes.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “The resort offers one grand banquet hall, a lavish lawn and a mid-size boardroom for hosting events.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “The resort offers one grand banquet hall, a lavish lawn and a mid-size boardroom for hosting events.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Amenities like Modern Spa, Gift Shop, Ayurveda, Swimming Pool, Health Club, Business Centre, Recreation Area etc. surely make one’s stay at Turtle on the Beach an exciting experience.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “Watch the sun sink in the sea as you settle comfortably in your luxurious room at Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach, a 5-star beach resort in Kovalam.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “The beach is just a walk away from these suites”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “The resort offers one grand banquet hall, a lavish lawn and a mid-size boardroom for hosting events.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “An event management team is available to assist you through your programmes as well.”
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  • Suppliers from the venue's list: Yes

    “Turtle on the Beach Kovalam's decorator policy: Decorators from the resort's panel only (WedMeGood listing, checked 27 October 2026), which lists the resort's decor from ₹75,000.”
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₹950 to ₹1,050a head

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